Burglars target vacant homes

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The State Journal-Register

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Posted Jul. 24, 2014 at 12:01 AM

Posted Jul. 24, 2014 at 12:01 AM

Springfield police are investigating a rash of burglaries at vacant homes that are for sale.

Police received at least four reports of such burglaries Tuesday. Three were in the 1600 block of North 21st Street, and a fourth was in the 1600 block of North 19th Street. In each case, the burglars forced their way into the house and stole appliances such as stoves, refrigerators, washers and dryers.

The burglaries occurred sometime between Sunday and Tuesday. The thief or thieves got into the houses by prying open a door or a window.

People with information on the break-ins can submit tips anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 788-8427, or they can submit a tip online at www.cashfortips.us. Tips can also be sent by text. Type TIP672 plus a message and send to CRIMES. Informants are eligible for cash rewards of up to $1,000.